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Kayla and Josh: ADNP syndrome

Kayla and Josh started realizing that their son Parker was falling behind in his development. They went to a geneticist, and through genetic testing Parker was diagnosed with ADNP syndrome- a genetic mutation which can include developmental delays, Autism, and distinct facial features. At the time, he was the 85th person to have been diagnosed in the world. Kayla and Josh open up about the joys and sorrows they have experienced raising Parker, and how they feel blessed they were chosen to raise him.

Connie: Cerebral Palsy, Cognitive Impairment and Seizure Disorder

Connie tell us what is was like raising her daughter, Farah, who has Cerebral Palsy, a cognitive impairment, and a seizure disorder. who is total care- meaning someone needs to feed, bathe, and clothe her. She open up about the joys and challenges she faced raising a special needs daughter. Connie was told for the first 5 years of Farah’s life to place her in an institution, but Connie refused. Farah is now 41 years old, and has remained at home with her family all of her life.

Alyssa and Ben: Aplasia Cutis Congenita

Alyssa was 5 months pregnant with their baby Will, when she was told he had some complications. A specialist, who thought that it was Encephalocele, told Alyssa and Ben that that Will had a less than one percent chance of surviving until birth. And if he did, he would have no quality of life.